Museum Archive: Vintage Rapala Fat Rap FR 7, 1/2oz S (Silver) fishing lure #19698

Measuring exactly 2 3/4" (7 cm) in length, this balsa wood crankbait showcases the heritage of the Finnish workshops. The Silver (S) pattern on this Rapala Fat Rap FR 7 features a smooth gradient from a dark charcoal back into a pale silver-tan side, finished with a creamy belly and a distinct reddish-pink blush near the throat. Tipping the scales at 1/2 oz (14 g), the lure is designed as a floating model, effectively reaching depths between 6.5 and 14.7 ft (2 - 4.5 m) when cast or trolled. Its long, clear diving lip bears the characteristic stamp of the brand, consistent with the 19698 product code. The original hardware is clean and structurally sound, showing the quality typical of this era. Given its 5/5 condition rating, the lure presents an excellent example of a tool built for targeting salmon, pike, and zander. Every detail, from the yellow-rimmed eyes to the sharp treble hooks, reflects the precision required for deep-running presentations.